DuBose’s nomination was enthusiastically supported by her state’s two Democratic U.S. senators., Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse
The Pentagon has endeavored to address the problem, but advocates say the agency has been too slow to act to address the issue
She will be the first Chinese-American woman to serve. Lin previously fought for marriage equality as a lawyer in private practice
The period between Garcetti's nomination and confirmation marked the longest stretch without a sitting U.S. ambassador to India
Bill received final approval last week
With 258 votes in favor, 169 opposed, and one Member voting “present,” the legislation will now be signed into law
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, the Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus, and LGBTQ groups celebrated Tuesday's victory
Coordinated campaign by anti-LGBTQ groups fails to weaken support among GOP Senators as the bill sees clear path to near-certain passage
President Joe Biden has urged Congress to expeditiously send the Respect for Marriage Act to his desk where it will become law
Senator Schumer is expected to bring the Respect for Marriage Act to the Senate floor for a vote on Wednesday
